As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Netflix's new documentary "The American Experiment"—directed by Brian Knappenberger and featuring Tom Hanks—examines the nation's recurring crises. According to Variety, the film argues that America has repeatedly found itself on unstable ground throughout its history, suggesting that today's challenges are not unprecedented. Rather, the documentary frames pivotal moments as an enduring feature of the American experience.

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